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As CEO he successfully led Epec through the strategic consolidations of fifteen different companies in the engineered electronic products sector. With extensive experience in operations, sales, finance, engineering, and M&A both domestically and in the Far East, Mr. McMahon has successfully positioned Epec as one of the fastest growing companies in the electronics industry. He is an engineering graduate of Clarkson University and did his MBA graduate studies at Northeastern University in Boston. Prior to building Epec, Ed was Vice President of Heritage Environmental Services, LLC where he oversaw the acquisition and development of distressed and underutilized businesses throughout North America. Prior to joining Heritage, he spent 6 years with Ashland Chemical Company, a division of Marathon/Ashland Petroleum, where he focused on the turnaround of non-performing locations within the company. ### Recent Posts --- ## [Myths Around Small PCB Orders](https://blog.epectec.com/myths-around-small-pcb-orders) [![Example of a high-tech low/medium volume PCB order](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/high-tech-small-pcb-order.jpg "Example of a high-tech low/medium volume PCB order")](https://blog.epectec.com/myths-around-small-pcb-orders) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on April 22, 2026 at 8:51 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Many engineers and buyers assume that [printed circuit board](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) (PCB) manufacturers are only interested in large production volume orders. It is an easy conclusion to draw. High-volume manufacturing often dominates industry conversations, and many suppliers structure their operations around scale. But the reality is very different for companies like Epec, which specializes in high mix, low/medium volume-engineered products like PCBs. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/myths-around-small-pcb-orders) --- ## [Exploring the Complexity of Pricing Printed Circuit Boards](https://blog.epectec.com/exploring-the-complexity-of-pricing-printed-circuit-boards) [![Printed circuit board with irregular shape](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/pcb-with-irregular-shape.jpg "Printed circuit board with irregular shape")](https://blog.epectec.com/exploring-the-complexity-of-pricing-printed-circuit-boards) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on March 6, 2024 at 9:18 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Navigating the world of [printed circuit boards](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) (PCBs) can be complex, especially when it comes to pricing. Unlike off-the-shelf products, PCBs are custom-engineered, each having unique specifications and functionalities. Understanding how these specifications contribute to the overall cost is crucial for effective planning and decision-making. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/exploring-the-complexity-of-pricing-printed-circuit-boards) --- ## [RF Printed Circuit Board Design and Issues You Need to Consider](https://blog.epectec.com/rf-printed-circuit-board-design-and-issues-you-need-to-consider) [![RF printed circuit board with plated cutouts](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/plated-cutouts-in-rf-circuit-board.jpg "RF printed circuit board with plated cutouts")](https://blog.epectec.com/rf-printed-circuit-board-design-and-issues-you-need-to-consider) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on February 28, 2024 at 9:13 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Developing a successful [RF printed circuit board](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/microwave-rf-circuit-boards.html) (PCB) design requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure optimal performance and reliability. RF PCBs are essential components in wireless communication systems, radar systems, and other applications that rely on radio frequency signals. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/rf-printed-circuit-board-design-and-issues-you-need-to-consider) --- ## [A Comparative Analysis of Rogers and Taconic PCB Laminate Materials](https://blog.epectec.com/a-comparative-analysis-of-rogers-and-taconic-pcb-laminate-materials) [![Printed circuit board manufactured with Rogers laminate material](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/printed-circuit-board-manufactured-with-rogers-laminate-material.jpg "Printed circuit board manufactured with Rogers laminate material")](https://blog.epectec.com/a-comparative-analysis-of-rogers-and-taconic-pcb-laminate-materials) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on January 24, 2024 at 9:07 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Printed circuit board](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) (PCB) [laminates](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/laminate-material.html) play a crucial role in the performance and reliability of electronic devices. Among the popular choices in the industry are Rogers and Taconic laminates. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/a-comparative-analysis-of-rogers-and-taconic-pcb-laminate-materials) --- ## [PCB Wrap Plating: Critical Process In Circuit Board Manufacturing](https://blog.epectec.com/pcb-wrap-plating-critical-process-in-circuit-board-manufacturing) [![Example of good wrap plating](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/example-of-good-wrap-plating.jpg "Example of good wrap plating")](https://blog.epectec.com/pcb-wrap-plating-critical-process-in-circuit-board-manufacturing) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on January 3, 2024 at 9:01 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Wrap plating is a technique used in the manufacturing of [printed circuit boards (PCBs)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) to create a conductive layer that connects the layers of the PCB together. The process involves plating copper onto the walls of through-holes and vias in the PCB, which are then used to make electrical connections between the layers. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/pcb-wrap-plating-critical-process-in-circuit-board-manufacturing) --- ## [High-Speed PCB Design Considerations for Fabrication](https://blog.epectec.com/high-speed-pcb-design-considerations-for-fabrication) [![Example of a high-speed PCB design](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/high-speed-pcb-design.jpg "Example of a high-speed PCB design")](https://blog.epectec.com/high-speed-pcb-design-considerations-for-fabrication) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on September 21, 2022 at 8:37 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) While PCB layout typically has played the leading role in high-speed [printed circuit board (PCB)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) applications, the role of the PCB fabricator becomes more and more important as the trend to faster, higher integrated, smaller form factors, and lower power electronic circuits become more prevalent. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/high-speed-pcb-design-considerations-for-fabrication) --- ## [Does a Hybrid Build Make Sense for My PCB Design?](https://blog.epectec.com/does-a-hybrid-build-make-sense-for-my-pcb-design) [![Example of a complex RF hybrid PCB designed with cavities.](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/hybrid-pcb-designed-with-cavities.jpg "Example of a complex RF hybrid PCB designed with cavities.")](https://blog.epectec.com/does-a-hybrid-build-make-sense-for-my-pcb-design) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on September 16, 2020 at 9:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When talking about the world of technology, we often focus on the performance that circuitry and components provide to keep up with the fast-paced electronics we use in commercial businesses and our daily lives. We are achieving higher processor speeds and frequencies that become demanding on present [printed circuit boards (PCBs)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/). Yet, we also need to focus on the sizes of the applications that can have an impact on the PCB design. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/does-a-hybrid-build-make-sense-for-my-pcb-design) --- ## [Improve Insertion Loss with Proper PCB Material Stack-ups](https://blog.epectec.com/improve-insertion-loss-with-proper-pcb-material-stack-ups) [![Example of a PCB material stack-up with alternating layers of core and prepeg.](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/pcb-material-stackup.jpg "Example of a PCB material stack-up with alternating layers of core and prepeg.")](https://blog.epectec.com/improve-insertion-loss-with-proper-pcb-material-stack-ups) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on August 26, 2020 at 9:46 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When talking about the design and manufacturing of [printed circuit boards (PCBs)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/), customers mainly focus on the controls and signal frequencies that the PCB will perform for the specific application. Another topic to also take into consideration is the insertion loss. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/improve-insertion-loss-with-proper-pcb-material-stack-ups) --- ## [Choosing High-Speed PCB Materials That Are Readily Available](https://blog.epectec.com/choosing-high-speed-pcb-materials-that-are-readily-available) [![Example of a printed circuit board manufactured with high-speed PCB materials](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/high-speed-circuit-board.jpg "Example of a printed circuit board manufactured with high-speed PCB materials")](https://blog.epectec.com/choosing-high-speed-pcb-materials-that-are-readily-available) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on August 11, 2020 at 9:41 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) The talk about creating high-speed digital circuits is happening across the world due to the development of fifth-generation (5G) cellular communication systems. As technology becomes more advanced, engineers are looking for the right ways to convey signals and frequencies through standard materials that are available today for [printed circuit boards (PCBs)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/), as these PCBs need to handle the mechanical and electrical properties required without hindering operational capabilities. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/choosing-high-speed-pcb-materials-that-are-readily-available) --- ## [How to Effectively Manage High Technology Quick-Turn PCBs](https://blog.epectec.com/how-to-effectively-manage-high-technology-quick-turn-pcbs) [![Example of a Quick Turn Pcb](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/quick-turn-pcb.jpg "Example of a Quick Turn Pcb")](https://blog.epectec.com/how-to-effectively-manage-high-technology-quick-turn-pcbs) Written by [Ed McMahon](https://blog.epectec.com/author/ed-mcmahon) Posted on July 15, 2020 at 9:12 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Traditionally, [quick-turn printed circuit boards](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/quick-turn-pcb-printed-circuit-board.html) have been used for PCB prototyping and low-volume production in the electronics industry. Many companies have developed very low-cost, low-option Internet programs to get customers low technology printed circuit boards very inexpensively. However, in today’s evolving electronics industry, quick-turn printed circuit boards are now part of every stage of the product development lifecycle, from initial concept development to full working prototypes to getting the production product to market faster than any of their competitors. 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